Direct Support Professional

LIFE, Inc. - Edenton • Plymouth, NC

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About The Position

Join LIFE, Inc. - Plymouth as a Direct Support Professional in Plymouth, NC. The role supports clients in their daily activities and provides compassionate, dedicated care. Compensation is $17.50 per hour, paid bi-weekly. This is a 3rd Shift PRN (as needed) position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• North Carolina driver’s license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• No previous experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and monitor clients with dressing, bathing, toileting, and other self-care.
• Assist and monitor clients during meals to ensure family-style dining is used.
• Assist and monitor clients with housekeeping responsibilities, including clothing care, house cleaning, and yard care.
• Assist and monitor clients in preparing meals and nutritional supplements.
• Assist and monitor clients with administering prescribed medication without error.
• Assist and monitor clients in following prescribed diet orders and using adaptive equipment.
• Implement and follow established behavior programs, data collection, and safety procedures.
• Assist and monitor clients during active treatment, including training objective plans, recording data, and implementing service goals.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and communicate appropriate client information as directed by supervisory staff.
• Transport and monitor clients in Company vehicles as directed.
• Assist and monitor clients during community outings.
• Assist and monitor clients during school and day program activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Longevity bonus paid on the hire date each year
• Growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED